It is claimed to have less of an aftertaste than other sugar replacers, and is suitable for use in baked products as well as in soft drinks. The product is Kosher -- and potentially Kosher for Passover -- and we can expect to see it appearing in many products in the near future.One should also be aware that they are strong laxatives!] As Rosh Hashana approaches, perhaps we can extend Shimshon s parable and use it is a blessing for the New Year. And from the strong may come sweet. -- May the Judgment on Rosh Hashana be turned into a sweet decree for all of us.
The suicide rate was highest in middle-aged men (those in the 30 to 44-year-old and 45 to 59-year-old age groups). In particular, the suicide rate in males aged 45 to 59 has increased significantly in the last five years to 22.2 deaths per 100,000 population.
Some researchers say this decrease in suicide rates is because depression is now better recognized and treated in young people. The latest figures for death by suicide among 15 to 24 year-olds in Canada show national incidence rates of 11.6 per 100,000 population. This means that for every 8,620 young people between the age of 15 and 24, there will be one death by suicide. Rates among males are nearly three times as high as those among females.